The peace that formerly reigned in Terra Nova has eroded, now little more than a memory. War ravages the continent. Disputes divide kingdoms; ideals divide families. The quest for power consumes absolutely and indiscriminately. None are immune to its allure.
Who will rise and who will fall? Only time—and ambition—will tell.
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05.26.2023
2 month character creation hold for all existing members begins 6/5/2023. Ended 8/5/2023.
10.29.2023
Change in how times flows. Was 4 IC seasons, now only 2 IC seasons per 1 OOC year.
5 whole years of Heir Apparent goodness! When I started the site, I knew I was hunkering down for the long haul, but I never could have predicted the numerous twists and turns this roleplay site has seen. Hundreds of plots, characters, and members have come and gone, all leaving marks on the site. I am so very thankful for those who have invested. Because you keep coming back, keep getting on, and keep writing, Heir Apparent has the legacy it does today. Three cheers to us!
Ring of enchanted combat: ring that, when twisted around the finger three times, enhances one's combat abilities (the equivalent of ten additional combat points).
Forgive me for sending you this letter instead of coming down to see you, but as I'm sure you know, life has been incredibly busy the last couple of days because of to multiple reasons.
In two weeks, a festival will take place in town for the citizens of Lorendale. The queen will be giving a speech in which she informs the people of a donation that has been made to the orphanage. With the increase of Gifted attacks, I want to ask you to put your best men on the job, additionally to the Royal Guards. We must ensure that nothing happens to the queen while she's in public.
Write me back at your soonest convenience so I can continue making preparations for the festival.
Arynnite armor: The armor have two states: active and inactive. When inactive, they look like little more than ornate metal bracers, easily ignored. When triggered, the armor covers Tybalt and serves as an exoskeleton. It will protect its wearer from physical damage and is practically indestructible.
The armor has a certain "preprogrammed" purpose which is to protect its host. To do so, it reacts to heightened emotional states such as fear and anger, at which point the armor will trigger regardless of whether or not Tybalt wants it to or even if he's immediately aware of the threat. It has some degree of awareness and sentience although very basic and one which struggles to differentiate between enemies and friends. Whilst not actually in possession of a will, the armor can guide or direct its host in a specific action, much like a reflex.
The armor needs to be "fed" as Tybalt has discovered meaning that he must hold and absorb through touch certain metals such as steel, copper, iron and tin, a process which takes a few minutes. Without which, the armor will begin to weaken and become less effective until no longer able to manifest.
Perhaps its greatest weakness is that if being consistently bashed or beaten, it would begin to repair itself by using parts of the armor from elsewhere. For instance, if the wearer is being consistently hit in the chest, the armor will begin to pool away from other parts of their body such as the feet and hands, leaving them vulnerable.
Post by Tybalt Zane on Mar 29, 2023 2:58:06 GMT -5
To my dearest niece,
It's good to hear from you again.
Of course I understand that you're don't always have time to pay us a visit. We have a tendency to live busy lives in this family.
I'm aware of the queen's plans. Have faith, I am working closely with the captain of the Royal Guard to ensure that she will be kept safe. Unfortunately, it isn't just gifteds whom we need to worry about these days.
I have ensured that in addition to the Royal Guard, some of our veteran troops will be stationed in the capital. We will be vetting all those who will be in attendance and there will be archers stationed around the square to keep an eye on all those present. We have lists of those to watch out for. In addition, our own gifted and some of King Cassian's witches will be present.
I pray that it will be enough to dissuade anyone from trying anything.
If you have need of any more information or have any plans of your own, please don't hesitate to write.
Warmest regards,
Your old uncle,
Tybalt Zane,
P.S.: The children have demanded that I ask you when you will be coming round to see them next. Trinity wishes to show you how skilled she is on horseback...
P.S. P.S: Your grandmother wishes to know when you plan to make her a great-grandmother... I am merely the messenger and wash my hands of this whole affair.
Ring of enchanted combat: ring that, when twisted around the finger three times, enhances one's combat abilities (the equivalent of ten additional combat points).
I am glad that you understand. To immediately answer your first PS, I'll try to come by at the soonest convenience! I wouldn't want to miss Trinity's demonstration of her skills. As for the second PS, you can tell her that we'll definitely plan on making her a great-grandmother when I'm a little less busy!
Thank you for the precautionary measures you've taken. I too pray that it will be enough to keep the queen safe, but I'd like to believe that the king's witches will scare those with bad intentions off.
You've given me plenty of information. I think all is covered now.